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A PLACE TO GATHER & ENJOY

Artful American Cuisine – from the hearth, made with our hands, right here in Evanston! Combining ingredients you can pronounce into dishes you can’t resist. Honey butter fries, hen of the woods roasted mushrooms, or midwestern fried chicken with a house-baked cheddar chive biscuit – we aim to create what you crave.

Come with family, bring a date, or invite your whole social squad! Next of Kin Restaurant is a place to gather and enjoy good food, good drink, and good company.

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Our Chef

In one of the toughest businesses in the world, Chef Marco Bahena is a standout for his talent, passion, commitment and kindness.

He got his first taste of the culinary world while working as a prep cook and dishwasher at his uncle’s Michigan restaurant. After graduating from Chicago’s Kendall College, Bahena sought opportunities to travel and work in Europe, beginning in the culinary epicenter of Basque Country in northern Spain.
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Happening at the Restaurant

THANKSGIVING CARRY-OUT!

Less kitchen time & more party time makes every holiday celebration better. We’ve got hot sides, crisp salads, and specialty desserts that are sure to make you everyone’s favorite host, or guest, this Thanksgiving season. Order ahead, pick-up Wednesday 11.27. Follow the re-heating instructions if needed, and then take allll the credit.

Email info@nextofkinevanston for a full Thanksgiving Carry-Out Menu!

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CATERING & EVENTS AT NEXT OF KIN

Our warm private event space is ready to be customized for you. Whether hosting a rehearsal dinner, baby shower, birthday party, or office luncheon, invite your guests to gather & enjoy with Next of Kin Events!

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Our Menu

Plates

great lakes whitefish

cauliflower polenta, black olive & caper tapenade 23

fish & chips

panko crusted pacific barramundi, furikake fries, japanese mayo 22

wild mushroom linguine

roasted mushrooms, pickled king trumpets, taleggio, long stem broccoli 19

center-cut prime filet

Halpern’s 8oz prime filet mignon, heavenly mash 40

fried chicken

Harrison’s midwest cage-free chicken, house-baked cheddar chive biscuit, cayenne Hidden Acres honey 24

roasted salmon

apple cider & maple glazed Norwegian salmon, red lentils, farro, quinoa, dill 25

spicy curry bowl

purple cauliflower, pickled eggplant, pearl onions, romanesco, ginger jasmine rice, coconut curry sauce 20

hanger steak & onion rings

Halpern’s beef, citrus gremolata, crispy shallot onion rings 28

kin burger

Halpern’s beef, duck fat-roasted onions, shallot mayo, american cheese, brioche bun, served with fries 16
add nueske’s bacon 2

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Next of Kin bar serves craft cocktails, local beer, and an ever-evolving wine list designed to delight our guests.

We aim to create a whimsical reverie of eating, drinking, and enjoying the company of others – no pretension allowed. Happy hour happens daily from 4-6pm, weekend brunch cocktails abound, and late night specials let the good times last. Pull up a chair & we’ll start pouring. See you soon at Next of Kin bar!

Cocktails

sweater weather

prosecco, spiced pear, aperol, lemon, bitters 11

witching hour

bourbon, tamarind-coriander syrup, allspice dram, angostura bitters, lime 12

harvest moon

gin, carrot, ginger, honey, nutmeg, lemon, fernet 12

smoke show

mezcal, almond orgeat, dry curacao, lemon, aquafaba, blood orange ice pearls 14

house rules

tequila blanco, cointreau, lime, cilantro, roasted jalapeno-agave syrup 12

dark magic

koval cranberry gin, bourbon, pear liqueur, pomegranate liqueur 14

old fashioned autumn

bourbon, house-made allspice syrup, cinnamon 12

ginger’s delicious

vodka, ginger liqueur, pineapple, lemon juice, prosecco float 13

kindred spirit

aged rum, smoked pineapple, dried chile, lime, soda 12

manhattan till midnight

koval oat whiskey, bourbon, averna amaro, sweet vermouth, angostura bitters 14

Brunch Cocktails

sweater weather

prosecco, spiced pear, aperol, lemon, bitters 11

witching hour

bourbon, tamarind-coriander syrup, allspice dram, angostura bitters, lime 12

house rules

tequila blanco, cointreau, lime, cilantro, roasted jalapeno-agave syrup 12

hair of the dog

gin, Frenchie premium hydration sparkling grapefruit 12

old fashioned autumn

bourbon, house-made allspice syrup, cinnamon 12

ginger’s delicious

vodka, ginger liqueur, pineapple, lemon juice, prosecco float 13

bloody mary

tomato, guajillo, dill, capers, chipotle chili, smoked paprika, horseradish, lemon

choice of gin, vodka or tequila 10

mo’mosas mo’problems

choice of oj, grapefruit, strawberry, spiced pear or charcoal lemonade 9

bottomless bubbles

what weekends are made for 22

Brunch Favorites

kin scramble

cage-free eggs, roasted peppers, kale, goat cheese, served with crispy yukons 12

cheddar biscuit breakfast sandwich

house-made cheddar-chive biscuit, fried cage-free egg, canadian bacon, fresh arugula, chipotle aioli, served with crispy yukons 14

spicy ji dan bing

cage-free eggs, crispy wontons, romaine, scallions, house-made chili paste, baked into a street-style crepe, served with fresh greens 14

omelette

cage-free eggs, wild mushrooms, swiss, served with crispy yukons 14

avocado toast

multi-grain toast, cage-free poached egg, maldon salt & chili flake 13

add smoked salmon 4

Plates

salad bar

explore our farm-fresh salad bar & cafe hot bar options 15

soup & honey butter biscuit

ask about today’s soup selections, served with house-made cheddar chive biscuit, Hidden Acres honey butter 9

mahi mahi tacos

jalapeo crema, cotija, cumin cabbage slaw, cilantro, served with tortilla chips & black bean corn salsa 15

roasted salmon

apple cider & maple glazed norwegian salmon, red lentils, farro, quinoa, dill 15

turkey & havarti sandwich

oven roasted turkey, avocado, warm havarti, locally baked Hewn bread, served with fries 13

grilled mahi mahi sandwich

romaine, citrus gremolata, dijonaise, brioche bun, served with fries 14

kin burger

Halpern’s beef, duck fat-roasted onions, shallot mayo, american cheese, brioche bun, served with fries 15

bacon & brussels

shaved brussels, kale, crispy applewood smoked bacon, parmesan, sliced almonds, tahini dressing 15

roasted winter

green & purple kale, crispy chickpeas, red lentils, Lake Breeze butternut squash, watermelon radish, feta, butternut vinaigrette 13

kale caesar

mighty vine tomatoes, parmesan, paprika breadcrumbs, dairy-free caesar dressing 10

Good Morning

bagel & lox platter

once upon a bagel everything bagel, cage-free soft scramble, whipped crème fraîche, apple fennel slaw, classic garnish 19

autumn apple french toast

Hewn brioche, Lake Breeze apples, whipped ricotta, sage 14

a.m. salad

soft boiled hen egg, avocado, cucumber, local tomatoes, pickled red onions, feta, bibb lettuce, shallot vinaigrette 12

brunch benedict

poached hen eggs, canadian bacon, spinach, house-made hollandaise 16

avocado toast

multi-grain toast, cage-free poached egg, maldon salt & chili flake 13

add smoked salmon 4

lemon ricotta pancakes

warm & fluffy ricotta cakes, blueberry compote, poppy seeds, local pure maple syrup 12

warm breakfast bowl

roasted sweet potatoes, winter squash and pearl onions, red lentils, sunny-side-up hen egg, whipped ricotta 12

kin scramble

cage-free eggs, roasted peppers, kale, goat cheese, served with crispy yukons 12

hanger steak and eggs

Halpern’s beef, soft scramble cage-free eggs, crispy yukons, herb gremolata 24

omelette

cage-free eggs, wild mushrooms, swiss, served with crispy yukons 14

cheddar biscuit breakfast sandwich

house-made cheddar-chive biscuit, fried cage-free egg, canadian bacon, fresh arugula, chipotle aioli, served with crispy yukons 14

spicy ji dan bing

cage-free eggs, crispy wontons, romaine, scallions, house-made chili paste, baked into a street-style crepe, served with fresh greens 14

classic brunch

cage-free eggs any style, choice of bacon or sausage, crispy yukons, choice of toast 13

roasted winter salad

green & purple kale, crispy chickpeas, red lentils, Lake Breeze butternut squash, watermelon radish, feta, butternut vinaigrette 13

kale caesar salad

Mighty Vine tomatoes, parmesan, breadcrumbs, dairy-free caesar dressing 10

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Find Us

625 Davis St
Evanston, IL

Hours

Monday-Friday Open at 11am

Closed Tuesday

Saturday & Sunday Open at 10am

Valet available Friday & Saturday evenings!

Get In Touch

847.563.8242.
info@nextofkinevanston.com

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A PLACE TO GATHER & ENJOY

Our Chef

Happening at the Restaurant

CATERING & EVENTS AT NEXT OF KIN

Our Menu

To Start

oyster of the day

pumpkin hummus

ricotta delicata flatbread

local honey butter fries

tuna tataki

crispy brussels & cotija

autumn squash soup

Plates

great lakes whitefish

fish & chips

wild mushroom linguine

center-cut prime filet

fried chicken

roasted salmon

spicy curry bowl

hanger steak & onion rings

kin burger

Sides

fire-roasted wild mushrooms

maine lobster mac

honey-roasted vegetables

heavenly potato mash

Greens

local gem greens

bacon & brussels

roasted winter

kale caesar

Next of Kin bar serves craft cocktails, local beer, and an ever-evolving wine list designed to delight our guests.

Cocktails

sweater weather

witching hour

harvest moon

smoke show

house rules

dark magic

old fashioned autumn

ginger’s delicious

kindred spirit

manhattan till midnight

Brunch Cocktails

sweater weather

witching hour

house rules

hair of the dog

old fashioned autumn

ginger’s delicious

bloody mary

mo’mosas mo’problems

bottomless bubbles

Reds by the Glass

sean minor pinot noir 11

battle creek cellars pinot noir 13

santa julia malbec 11

gazerra nero d’avolo 9

purple star syrah 9

four vines cabernet sauvignon 14

valravn zinfandel 14

Whites by the Glass

anne amie pinot grigio 10

otto’s constant dream sauvignon blanc 12

tangent sauvignon blanc 9

suavia soave classico 12

morandiere muscadet 13

clos du gaimont vouvray 12

sean minor chardonnay 11

Rosés by the Glass

le charmel rosé 9

Sparkling by the Glass

le contesse prosecco 9

veuve du vernay brut rosé 9

Reds by the Bottle

folly of the beast pinot noir 50

ponzi tavola pinot noir 70